Job Description

Religious Education Teacher

Recruiter: Vision for Education

Location: Northumberland

Contract: Full-time, Part-time, Short-term/day-to-day supply, Long-term

Pay: £175 to £271 per day

Are you a Religious Education Teacher looking for your next role in a supportive secondary school? Vision for Education is recruiting a committed and inspiring RE Teacher to work in a well-regarded secondary school. This role is ideal for someone passionate about helping students explore ethics, beliefs, and world religions while developing critical thinking and understanding of contemporary moral issues.

This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become full-time, offering stability and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

About the Role

As an RE Teacher, you will deliver high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping students engage with topics such as world religions, ethics, philosophy, and moral issues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching RE across KS3 and KS4
• Delivering engaging lessons on religion, ethics, and contemporary moral issues
• Encouraging critical thinking, discussion, and debate
• Supporting students with assessments and exam preparation
• Planning differentiated lessons to meet a range of abilities
• Monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback
• Collaborating with colleagues across the humanities department

The School

This secondary school provides a supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong focus on academic achievement and student development. Staff benefit from clear behavior systems, professional support, and a collaborative culture.

The school provides:

• A structured RE curriculum across KS3 and KS4
• Supportive senior leadership and clear expectations
• A collaborative and well-resourced humanities department
• Strong pastoral care and safeguarding systems
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Requirements

To be considered for this RE Teacher role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching RE at KS3 and/or KS4
• Strong subject knowledge in Religious Education and ethics
• Confident classroom management and communication skills
• A passion for RE education and student engagement
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• A valid DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

This role is suitable for experienced teachers, ECTs, or humanities specialists with an RE background.

What Vision for Education Offers

• Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
• Pension contributions
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Dedicated secondary consultant support
• Social and networking events

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency, working with secondary schools across the UK to place high-quality teaching staff.

We are part of The Edwin Group, recognized as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, reflecting our commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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